Military Connected Children’s Resource Guide
February, 2016
Southern California Area and National Resources for
Military Connected Children and Families
CAMPS / RECREATION
4H SUMMER CAMP Military 4H Partnership – www.ca4h.org/Programs/MilitaryPartnership
ARMY RESERVE AR CYSS – www.arfp.org/cyss Operation Military Kids – www.operationmilitarykids.org
Request camp applications on websites. No cost or low cost activities for military connected children.
ARMED SERVICES YMCA – http://www.asymca.org / http://www.asymca.org/programs/nationwide-programs
33 branches that provide free programs to spouses, active duty, wounded warriors and military children. Youth and
family recreation programs, camps, afterschool programs (Operation Hero program), and scholarships.
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS of Greater Los Angeles – www.bbbsla.org Nikole Seals, MSW 213 213-2408 Office
BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF AMERICA – http://www.bgca.org/Pages/index.aspx
Find a Club – http://www.bgca.org/meetourpartners/Pages/OurPartners.aspx
CAMP CORRAL – Blue Star Families http://bluestarfam.org/blog/view/camp-corall-2014 / http://www.campcorral.org/
CHALLENGERS BOYS & GIRLS CLUB – http://www.cbgcla.org “A Place to Go, A Place to GROW”
323 971-6161 Office; 323 971-2156 Fax 5029 S. Vermont Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90037
OPERATION PURPLE CAMPS See NMFA – NATIONAL MILITARY FAMILIES ASSOCIATION – www.nmfa.org
OUR MILITARY KIDS – www.ourmilitarykids.org
Financial grants for enrichment activities.
SPACE CAMP – http://www.spacecamp.com Five day program in Huntsville, Alabama. Application for scholarships
available from Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC) – www.militarychild.org Search: Space Camp
CHILD CARE
CHILD CARE AWARE or OPERATION: MILITARY CHILD CARE 800 424-2246 Toll Free
Website: www.childcareaware.org
SERVICES: State by state listing of resources for child care providers, parents and families. Support for child care needs of
parents who are mobilized / deployed. Provides grants and assists eligible families to locate affordable care options in
local communities.
Military Child Care in Your Neighborhood (MCCYN), provides funding for child care for military children who are unable to
access child care services on installation.
MILITARYCHILDCARE.COM 855 696-2934 Toll Free
Website: www.militarychildcare.com
SERVICES: A secure DoD website providing resources for military operated or military approved child care options
worldwide.
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF CHILD CARE RESOURCES & REFERRAL AGENCIES – Child Care Aware of America
Website: www.naccrra.org/node/3090 / http://www.naccrra.org Child Care Aware of America 800 424-2246
SERVICES: Information and referrals for child care, military fee assistance programs, military provider information.
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA CHILD CARE RESOURCE & REFERRAL AGENCIES 888 922-4453 Toll Free
Website: http://cao.lacounty.gov/ccp/agencies.htm
SERVICES: For Los Angeles County area child care resources. Includes information on child care resources, child
development centers, licensed family daycare homes and after school enrichment programs.
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CONTACTS
AIRMAN AND FAMILY READINESS CENTER 310 653-5428 Office http://www.laafbforcesupport.com/directory
LA Air Force Base, 61 MSS/DPF 483 N. Aviation Blvd., Bldg. 272 El Segundo, CA 90245
Fort MacArthur – Bldg. 410 310 653-8631 Appointment only
Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) 310 653-5785
Website: http://www.laafbforcesupport.com/family/airman-family-readiness
SERVICES: One stop information and referrals, transition/relocation/School Liaison Office (SLO),
financial management, counseling (MFLC), family life education, employment/career counseling,
transition assistance. Serving Active Duty, Guard, Reserves and civilians who work on base.
ARMY RESERVE FAMILY PROGRAMS 310 235-4129
Website: www.arfp.org
SERVICES: Information on programs providing support and resources for Army Reserve families.
CONTACT: Terri Olson, Family Programs Coordinator E-Mail: theresa.olson@usar.army.mil
ARMY RESERVE CHILD, YOUTH & SCHOOL SERVICES 951 251-7106 Office 14941 Riverside Drive Riverside, CA 92518
Website: www.arfp.org/index.php/programs/child-youth-a-school-services
SERVICES: Training and resources for educators and parents, advocacy, camp programs and youth leadership
development.
CONTACT: Flora M. Sherman, Regional School Support Specialist, Odyssey – TCI Contractor
951 251-7106 Office E-Mail: flora.sherman@us.army.mil
Ann Nacino, Youth Services Specialist – US Army Reserve (Odyssey TCI JV LLC contractor) Los Alamitos, CA
562 936-7633 Office E-Mail: xania.d.nacino.ctr@mail.mil
BOB HOPE USO Showing appreciation and gratitude to America’s military and their families throughout the world.
Website: http://www.bobhopeuso.org/about-us.html
Operations in Southern California are located at airport centers serving Los Angeles International Airport, Ontario
International Airport, Orange County (John Wayne Airport), Palm Springs International Airport, and San Diego
International Airport. Additionally, the USO provides programs and outreach on military installations.
MILITARY CHILD EDUCATION COALITION (MCEC) 877 953-1923
Website: www.militarychild.org
SERVICES: Provides training and resources to assist in developing support systems for military children within public
school systems. Performs research, conducts professional institutes and conferences, and publishes materials.
CONTACT: Mary M. Keller, EdD President & CEO E-Mail: mary.keller@militarychild.org
MILITARY ONESOURCE
800 342-9647 Toll Free 24/7
Website: www.militaryonesource.mil
SERVICES: Information/education for service members and families at no cost. Covers issues related to family/children,
parenting skills, support, child care, tax and financial issues, education and employment resources, and online library
resources.
REFERRALS FOR COUNSELING: Provides 12 free counseling sessions per family member, per issue by a licensed counselor.
No co-pay, no deductible. All branches of service. Services provided in person or telephonically.
CONTACT: (Southern California area) – Jhoselyn Ramirez, JFSAP Consultant 213 608-5767
E-Mail: Jhoselyn.ramirez@militaryonesource.com
NATIONAL GUARD FAMILY PROGRAMS
Website: www.guardfamily.org
Joint Services Support – www.jointservicessupport.org / https://www.jointservicessupport.org/FP/Default.aspx
OPERATION READY FAMILIES – California National Guard Website: www.calguard.ca.gov/readyfamilies
Sites connect with State family program office and provides lists of current resources and outreach activities available
for National Guard and California National Guard families. Crisis intervention, referrals, legal/financial resources.
24 Hour Family Assistance Hotline – 800 449-9662 Help for issues when family member is deployed.
CONTACT: Isaac Avila, Southern Regional Coordinator 858 573-7233 Office 858 354-2857 Cell National City, CA
E-Mail: Isaac.t.avila.ctr@mail.mil
Alexis DeLeon, Lead Child & Youth Program Coordinator 916 854-3651 Office Sacramento, CA
E-Mail: Alexis.P.DeLeon.ctr@mail.mil
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Alfred Sun, NG NGB USA – Southern California Region – Los Angeles, San Diego, Santa Barbara areas
Child & Youth Program Coordinator, Contractor 626 633-8199 Office; 818 402-3296 Cell Azuza, CA
E-Mail : Alfred.Sun.ctr@mail.mil
Omar Leyva, Family Assistance Specialist, HRCI Contractor 323 262-8444 ext. 6; 562 254-6916 Cell
Bell, CA E-Mail: Omar.h.levya.ctr@mail.mil
NATIONAL MILITARY FAMILIES ASSOCIATION (NMFA) 800 260-0218 Toll Free
Website: www.nmfa.org
SERVICES: Educates military families on rights, benefits and services that are available for them. Serves military spouses,
families and children; also provides advocacy. Sponsors free camps for children of military personnel.
CONTACT: Patty Barron, Director Youth Initiatives 703 931-6632
COUNSELING AND SUPPORTIVE SERVICES
CHILDREN’S INSTITUTE INTERNATIONAL (CII) Project Fatherhood 213 260-7600 2121 West Temple St. L.A., CA 90026
Website: www.childrensinstitute.org
SERVICES: Supportive group sessions for veteran fathers. Program provides individual and
family counseling, job training, financial literacy, healthy marriage workshops, parent-child
enrichment activities, legal workshops and employment assistance. Child care is provided.
Services are located at 17 sites throughout L.A. County and they are free.
CONTACT: Alan-Michael Graves, Director, Project Fatherhood/Leadership Center
E-Mail: agraves@childrensinstitute.org 213 260-7604 Direct Line
COMING HOME PROJECT 415 353-5363
Website: www.cominghomeproject.net 3739 Balboa Street, Box 193 San Francisco, CA 94121
SERVICES: Counseling, individual, family retreats and community training.
CONTACT: Founder and President – Dr. Joseph Bobrow, Roshi
E-Mail: jbobrow@cominghomeproject.net / contact@cominghomeproject.net
COACHING INTO CARE 888 823-7458 Toll Free
Website: http://www.mirecc.va.gov/coaching/services.asp
SERVICES: Free, confidential coaching service that will assist family and friends in talking to their veteran about concerns
and treatment options. Services are provided by licensed clinical social workers and psychologists.
DCoE MILITARY OUTREACH CENTER 24/7 Help for psychological health and traumatic brain injury.
866 966-1020 Toll Free
Website: http://www.dcoe.mil/Families/Help.aspx
DEL AMO BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SYSTEM OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA 800 533-5266 Toll Free
Website: www.DelAmoTreatment.com
SERVICES: Trauma Recovery/Military Trauma – partial hospitalization program utilizing various trauma treatment
modalities providing individual and group support for PTSD, MST, and addictions. A multidisciplinary team approach
staffed by mental health professionals, the program is an intensive 6 hours a day commitment, Monday thru Friday, and
transportation is provided. Tricare certified. Del Amo BHS regularly schedules trainings and workshops for clinicians to
enhance their therapeutic interventions with military connected clients. Community providers are welcome to attend.
CONTACT: Valvincent A. Reyes, LCSW, BCD Liaison, Community Relations E-Mail: Val.Reyes@UHSinc.com 310 418-7227
DIDI HIRSCH MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES – MILITARY FAMILIES ARE RESILIENT (MFAR) 310 677-7808
Website: www.didihirsch.org/node/34 Services provided to individuals who are MediCal eligible. Five service locations
include the Inglewood, Glendale, Metro, Taper and Mar Vista offices.
SERVICES: Individual, family counseling, school based intervention for military connected students, community training.
Didi Hirsch CMHC – Survivors of Suicide 310 895-2326; Crisis Line 877 727-4747
Via Avanta – Residential program for women with mental health and substance abuse concerns. Limited beds set aside
for women veterans and their young children.
CONTACT: Kathleen Price, Program Director 818 897-2609 ext. 702 E-Mail: KPrice@didihirsch.org
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DISTRESS 877 476-7734 24/7
Website: www.DStressLine.com
SERVICES: Confidential, free of charge counseling and crisis intervention services for Marines, attached Sailors, and their
family members provided by veteran Marines, former FMF corpsmen, Marine Corps spouses or other family members and
licensed behavioral health clinical counselors.
GIVE AN HOUR
Website: www.giveanhour.org
E-Mail: info@giveanhour.org
SERVICES: Volunteers provide counseling for U.S. military personnel and their families. Free, confidential mental health
services in person or telephonic. Spanish speaking counselors are available. Therapists are licensed mental health
professionals.
CONTACT: Jessica Grove, Program Specialist E-Mail: jgrove@giveanhour.org
HOPE FOR THE WARRIORS RESTORING *SELF *FAMILY *HOPE 877 246-7349; 877 2HOPE4W
Website: www.hopeforthewarriors.org
SERVICES: Assists in the care, coordination of services and family reintegration to enhance the quality of life for post-9/11
service members, their families, and families of the fallen who have sustained physical and psychological wounds in the
line of duty.
CONTACT: Sarah Duerr, Community Development Coordinator 910 546-0144 E-Mail: sduerr@hopeforthewarriors.org
in TRANSITION Mental Health Coaching and Support Program – Confidential, Toll Free 24/7 call at 800 424-7877
Outside the US Toll Free: 800 424-4685 (DSN) Outside the US collect: 314 387-4700
SERVICES: Link to the successful transition of service members who are currently receiving mental health treatment.
Providing tools and resources for mental health providers and service member clients.
Copy link and paste to browser: inTransition.dcoe.mil
iREST Integrative Restoration Institute – Supporting active duty, veterans and their families in programs in 30 VA or
military settings throughout the U.S. to support of healing traumas and the symptoms of PTSD.
http://www.irest.us/projects/veterans
LA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH VALOR Program 213 763- 0302
SERVICES: Prevention & early intervention, mental health, and homeless Veteran’s services.
CONTACT: Carl P. McKnight, PsyD E-Mail: CMcKnight@dmh.lacounty.gov
MCAS MIRAMAR COMMUNITY COUNSELING CENTER
858 577-1129
SERVICES: Counseling services to Active Duty Marines/Sailors and their families, provided by licensed clinicians.
MILITARY FAMILY LIFE CONSULTANTS MHN Government Services
Website: https://www.mhngs.com/app/home.content
SERVICES: Behavioral health and wellness support by licensed clinicians who provide confidential short term, non-medical
problem solving sessions (relationships, crisis intervention, grief, stress management, family concerns, occupational
issues) via phone, email or in person. No cost.
MILITARY ONESOURCE 800 342-9647; 800 273-TALK (8255) Crisis Line Toll Free
Website: www.militaryonesource.com
SERVICES: Referrals for counseling. Offers (12) no cost, confidential counseling sessions per family member per issue by
licensed counselors. Additionally, provides educational information and resources for military family member needs.
DoD Safe Helpline – Sexual Assault Support 877 995-5247
MILITARY SEXUAL TRAUMA – After Deployment
Website: www.afterdeployment.org/topics-military-sexual-trauma
SERVICES: Military Sexual Trauma (MST) resource guide. Wellness resources for the military community.
MINDFUL WARRIOR PROJECT
Website: www.mindfulwarriorproject.org
SERVICES: Provides mindfulness-based practices to veterans struggling with PTSD, depression, addiction, homelessness,
and other life challenges.
CONTACT: Gail Soffer, Founder and Executive Director 818 616-2931 Office; 818 384-6127 Cell
E-Mail: Gail@mindfulwarriorproject.org
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MOVING FORWARD
Website: http://startmovingforward.t2.health.mil
SERVICES: Free, online educational and life coaching program that teaches problem solving and stress reduction skills.
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NATIONAL CENTER FOR TELEHEALTH & TECHNOLOGY T2Health – Mobile Apps http://t2health.dcoe.mil
NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOTLINE 800 799–SAFE (7233) or 800 787–3224 (TDD) Toll Free
NATIONAL HOPELINE NETWORK
800 784-2433 Toll Free
NATIONAL SEXUAL ASSAULT HOTLINE
800 656–HOPE (4673) Toll Free
NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION LIFELINE 800 273 – (TALK) 8255, then press 1 Toll Free
Dial 911 for Emergency
NATIONAL VETERAN’S PTSD HOTLINE
800 293-1438 Toll Free 24/7 PTSD resources for vets.
PACIFIC CLINICS 626 254-5000 Corporate Office 800 S. Santa Anita Avenue Arcadia, CA 91006
Website: http://www.pacificclinics.org Pacific Clinics Locations: http://www.pacificclinics.org/services/locations-list
PACIFIC Clinics Training Institute – http://www.mypcti.org
SERVICES: Provides leading-edge behavioral healthcare services across the life-span to diverse populations in
Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino and Ventura counties. E-Mail: info@pacificclinics.org
PENNY LANE CENTERS CLINIC 661 274-0770 Office 43520 Division Street Lancaster, CA 93535
SERVICES: FOCUS resiliency training provided for military connected families.
CONTACT: Ken Backman, LMFT Clinical Supervisor E-Mail: kbackman@pennylane.org
PERINATAL MENTAL HEALTH (Depression and/or anxiety related to pregnancy and post-partum) Dial 911 for Emergency
Maternal Mental Health NOW 213 742-6349 Office
Website: www.maternalmentalhealthnow.org Directory: http://www.directory.maternalmentalhealthla.org
Program goal is to heighten awareness to perinatal mental health issues. Provide community education,
including provider training, consultation, program development, advocacy and client/family resources and referrals.
Post Partum Progress
http://www.postpartumprogress.com/support-veterans-military-moms-postpartum-mood- disorders
Post Partum Support International ( PSI) Website: www.postpartum.net
Warmline: 800 944–4PPD (4773)
Lisa Marie Dryan, Coordinator – Inland Empire Perinatal Mental Health Collaborative 951 683-5193 Office
E-Mail: ldryan@wyliecenter.org
Perinatal Mental Health Resource Guide:
http://www.postpartumprogress.com/womens-mental-health-treatment-programs-specialists-us-canada-australia
PROJECT FOCUS Nathanson Family Resilience Center – UCLA 310 794-2482; 855 231-9500; 310 903-2308
Website: www.focusproject.org /
http://nfrc.ucla.edu/programs / focus@nfrc.ucla.edu
SERVICES: Family resiliency training and intervention for military connected families. Resources include FOCUS World,
an interactive online educational tool supporting family resiliency. Website: www.focusworld.org
CONTACT: Patricia Lester, MD Director 310 794-3227 E-mail: plester@mednet.ucla.edu
William R. Saltzman, PhD Associate Director 562 985-5615 E-Mail: wrsaltzman@mednet.ucla.edu
FAMILY DEVELOPMENT PROJECT
CONTACT: Catherine Mogil, PsyD Director 310 794-3518 Direct E-Mail: CMogil@mednet.ucla.edu
FOCUS On The Go – Online skill building activities and games. http://nfrc.ucla.edu/focus-on-the-go
FOCUS World – Online resiliency training. http://www.focusproject.org/focus-world-intro / www.focusworld.org
Women Veterans FOCUS Project – http://nfrc.ucla.edu/WomenVets – Resiliency training serving the needs of
female veterans in residence at US Vets Village (Long Beach) and VOALA – Blue Butterfly Village
CONTACT: Terri Morgan, LMFT Project Director 310 913-9772 E-Mail: tmorgan@mednet.ucla.edu
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OPERATION MEND – http://nfrc.ucla.edu/OpMend-FOCUS / http://operationmend.ucla.edu
Free medical care at UCLA Medical Center for specialty injuries sustained while serving OIF/OEF as active duty.
CONTACT: Jo Sornborger, PsyD, Director 310 267-2110 Office; 310 983-3724 Fax E-Mail: jsornborger@mednet.ucla.edu
PROJECT FOCUS - Early Childhood Model – FOCUS parenting training for families with children ages 3– 6 years.
CONTACT: Cara J. Kiff, PhD Project Director 310 794-1642 E-Mail: CKiff@mednet.ucla.edu
SAFE HELPLINE Sexual Assault Support 877 995-5247
SECURE – WORLDWIDE – CONFIDENTIAL 24/7
SAN DIEGO ACCESS AND CRISIS LINE 888 724-7240 24/7
SERVICES: Licensed clinicians providing resources for suicide prevention, crisis intervention, community resources,
mental health referrals and alcohol and drug support services.
STRENGTH IN SUPPORT – For Veterans, Active Military & Their Families
Website: www.StrengthInSupport.org
SERVICES: Providing individual, couple, family & group counseling, mentorship, educational and recreational workshops.
CONTACT: Connie S. Thomas, MA, LMFT Los Angeles County Office 310 736-1090 or 714 371-7954 Cell
Orange County Office 949 505-5015
THE SOLDIERS PROJECT 818 761-7438 Office; 877 576-5343 Toll Free 818 761-7476 Fax
Website: www.thesoldiersproject.org
SERVICES: Provides no cost individual/family/couples therapy for service members, veterans and their families (OIF/OEF).
Confidential counseling provided at private office of therapist. All therapists are licensed mental health professionals.
CONTACT: Judith Broder, MD Founder E-Mail: jbroder@thesoldiersproject.org / info@thesoldiersproject.org
THE VILLAGE FAMILY SERVICES 818 755-8786 Office 6736 Laurel Canyon Blvd., Ste. 200 North Hollywood, CA 91606
Website: www.thevillagefs.org / http://www.thevillagefs.org/contact-us
Two VFS clinic sites are located in North Hollywood and one is located in Huntington Park, CA
SERVICES: Children and family services including assessment, individual and family therapy, parenting classes, and court
approved domestic violence treatment classes. Fees are sliding scale, MediCal, no one turned away for inability to pay.
CONTACT: Deborah Hoffman, PsyD Director of Outpatient Services 818 824-9814 Direct; 818 755-8786 ext. 1004
E-Mail: dhoffman@thevillagefs.org
TRI-CARE www.tricare.mil Behavioral Health Services
Website: https://www.uhcmilitarywest.com/uhcmw/portal/search/overview/
Federal Health Insurance Program serving uniformed service members, retirees and their families worldwide.
SERVICES: Mental health services including, assessments, counseling, and psycho therapeutic interventions including
prescribing psychotropic medications.
Behavioral Health Services & Clinician Search:
https://www.lww-trans.com/clinicianSearch.laww?color=blue&id=3632&lang=en&eapCert=false&trans=000000000
Behavioral Health Services: 24/7 Benefit Specialist or Crisis Line Clinician: 888 874-9378
If you feel you need urgent help, please call:
1-800-273-8255 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-8255 FREE press 1 Military Crisis Line
1-866-966-1020 FREE Defense Centers of Excellence 24/7 Outreach Center
UNITED HEALTHCARE MILITARY & VETERANS 877 988-9378 Toll Free
Website: www.uhcmilitarywest.com
Regional contractor managing health benefits for California and the Western Region
SERVICES: Regional contractor who manages the health benefits for uniformed service members, retirees and their
families in California and the Western Region. Click on link to locate resources including provider directory. Active duty
family members can self-refer for behavioral health services for the first (8) sessions.
VET CENTER 877 222 8387 Toll Free; 720 874-1031 Vet Center “Combat Call Center” 877 927-8387 – 24/7
Website: www.va.gov/rcs – Listings by local area
SERVICES: Readjustment and counseling for PTSD and Military Sexual Trauma (MST). Group, marital and family
counseling, substance abuse, domestic violence and job counseling. Confidential services, free to eligible veterans and
their families. Operation WE CARE meetings – offer general support.
LOCAL OFFICE: 323 728-9966 5400 East Olympic Blvd., Ste. 140 Commerce, CA 90022 (East Los Angeles area)
LOCAL OFFICE: 310 641-0326 5730 Uplander Way, Ste. 100 Culver City, CA 90230
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818 576-0201
818 892-9227
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12453 Lewis Street, Ste. 101 Garden Grove, CA 92840
1045 w. Redondo Beach Blvd., Ste. 150 Gardena, CA 90247
20946 Devonshire Street, Ste. 101 Chatsworth, CA 91311
9737 Haskell Avenue Sepulveda, CA 91343
VETERANS AND MILITARY CRISIS LINE 800 273-8255 Press 1 for CRISIS; text (838255) Toll Free 24/7
Website: http://militaryparenting.t2.health.mil/#sthash.mYNfbwav.dpuf /
http://www.veteranscrisisline.net/Default.aspx
WELLNESS WORKS Veteran Welcome Center (VWC) 818 247-2062 Glendale, CA
Website: www.wellnessworksglendale.org
SERVICES: Engaging the whole community by providing education, wellness and healing, and opportunities for self-care
for veterans and their families. Clinical services include counseling, support groups, writing classes, yoga and
acupuncture. Additionally, every 3rd Saturday, (rain or shine), there is a Bar-B-Que and ‘Mini Clinic’ for veterans and their
families. Donations accepted.
CONTACT: Kathy Lynch, MFT, Clinical Director E-Mail: klynch@wellnessworksglendale.org
GENERAL ASSISTANCE / RESOURCES
211 LA COUNTY Dial 211 for information. 626 350-1841 Administrative Office
Website: www.211la.org Access the Los Angeles County Veterans Resources Portal – Veterans & Military Services
Link: https://www.211la.org/lacommunityveteransportal
SERVICES: Los Angeles County resource and information portal and information line with specific services provided to
support the resource needs of military service members, veterans and their families.
Text2Vet – 24 hour, Text “veterans” to LA211 (52211), for access to peer navigators and military related resources.
Resources can also be accessed online via the Link above.
1736 FAMILY CRISIS CENTER SSVF Program 310 543-9900 21707 Hawthorne Blvd., Ste. 300 Torrance, CA 90503
Website: www.1736familycrisiscenter.org
SERVICES: Financial assistance, homeless prevention and intervention, family stabilization, resources and referrals.
CONTACT: Robert Espinoza, Program Manager E-Mail: Respinoza@1736fcc.org 562 388-7656 Office; 323 401-7572 Cell
AMERICAN LEGION FAMILY SUPPORT NETWORK
800 504-4098 Toll Free
Website: www.familysupport@legion.org
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www.legion.org
Call the national phone number and a referral will be made to your local post.
SERVICES: Local community provides wide range assistance for service personnel and family members.
AMERICAN RED CROSS 310 445-9900 Local Office 11355 Ohio Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90025
Emergency Communication Center: Open 24/7/365; 877 272-7337 or contact your local Red Cross office
Website: www.redcross.org
SERVICES: The Red Cross provides emergency communication, access to emergency financial assistance, & information
and referral for military service members and their families. Support to wounded warriors, veterans and to their families.
Deployment services, emergency preparedness and resiliency training.
ARMY EMERGENCY RELIEF “Helping the Army take care of its own”
Website: http://www.aerhq.org
SERVICES: Provides emergency financial assistance to Army personnel.
ARMY RESERVE WARRIOR & FAMILY ASSISTANCE CENTER
866 436-6290
Website: http://arfp.org/skins/ARFP/home.aspx
E -Mail: ar-wfac@usar.army.mil
SERVICES: 24 Hour Hotline. Staffed by Army Reserve soldiers to assist with challenges faced by families, including
medical care, military and VA benefits, personnel actions and financial difficulties.
ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES ARMY Greater Los Angeles Chapter (AUSA-GLAC)
Website: http://www.ausaglac.org/HTML/Family_Programs/Home.html
SERVICES: Resources and support for local Army families. (Employment readiness, emergency relief, family activities)
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BOB HOPE PATRIOTIC HALL 213 744-4825 Main 1816 S. Figueroa Street Los Angeles, CA 90015
Website: http://mva.lacounty.gov/wps/portal/mva
SERVICES: Many organizations dedicated to supporting the needs of U.S. Military, veterans and their families are colocated within this facility offering a host of services. Monthly Legal Clinic, call or visit the website for a listing of resources
and program offices. Open Monday thru Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS VA departments are available for each State.
Website: www.calvet.ca.gov
SERVICES: Resources for housing, home loans, education, healthcare, and employment. Women and minority veteran
resources.
CALIFORNIA STATEWIDE COLLABORATIVE FOR OUR MILITARY AND FAMILIES 408 779-6916; 408 489- 0911
SERVICES: Listing of statewide providers offering services for military families.
CONTACT: Mary Ellen Salzano, Founder and Facilitator, Proud Parent of (Former) Cpl. Salzano, USMC, OIF 2 and 3 and
Philippines. E-Mail: maryellen_salzano@yahoo.com
CARING FOR MILITARY FAMILIES – THE ELIZABETH DOLE FOUNDATION Caregiver Resource Guide
Website: http://elizabethdolefoundation.org/caregiver-resource-guide/#sthash.XwF0xZwX.dpbs
SERVICES: A listing of local and National resources to assist military caregivers as they support and care for their injured
service members and veterans.
DISABLED VETERANS NATIONAL FOUNDATION
Website: http://www.dvnf.org/veterans-programs/gps-home-program
SERVICES: (Grants to Provide Stability) Home Program provides emergency financial services resulting from a temporary
financial setback. Assists disabled veterans with a mortgage payment, rent or utilities. Funding is limited and is given on
an as needed basis.
DOWNTOWN WOMENS CENTER 213 680-0600 Office 442 South San Pedro Street Los Angeles, CA 90013
Website: www.DWCweb.org
SERVICES: Program provides basic need shelters, permanent supportive housing, medical/mental health services,
screenings, education, and job readiness programs.
CONTACT: Penelope Oberhardt, LCSW Clinical Prog. Manager PenelopeO@DWCweb.org 213 680-0600 ext. 2868
FAMILY OF A VET
Website: http://www.familyofavet.com
SERVICES: Education and resources to support veterans with PTSD, TBI and other post combat issues and their families
and caregivers.
CONTACT: Brannan Vines, Founder and Proud Wife of a Hero E-Mail: Brannan-at-familyofavet.com
FISHER HOUSE FOUNDATION 888 294-8560 Toll Free; 301-294-8560 111 Rockville Pike, Ste. 420 Rockville, MD 20850
Website: www.fisherhouse.org
E-Mail: info@fisherhouse.org
Greater Los Angeles Fisher House Foundation 140 S. Barrington Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90049 310 440-8400
VA Greater LA Health Care – Fisher House 11301 Wilshire Blvd., Bldg. 512 Los Angeles, CA 90073 310 268-4457
Sharon Hudson, Manager E-Mail: Sharon.hudson4@va.gov
Calif. Naval Medical Center–Fisher House San Diego, CA 619 532-9055 Direct; 619 532-8751 Kristin Palmer, Manager
SERVICES: Provides “comfort homes” for military families to be close to loved one during hospitalization for illness,
disease, or injury. Provides scholarships to the children of injured service members, veterans and to military spouses.
HEALTHY CITY
Website: www.healthycity.org
SERVICES: California’s information and action based resources site.
IRAQ & AFGHANISTAN VETERANS OF AMERICA Rapid Response Referral Program 855 917-2743; 855 91-RAPID Toll Free
Website: www.iava.org/rrrp
E-Mail: transition@iava.org
SERVICES: Transition support for OIF/OEF/OND veterans and their families living in California and New York, provides
case management and referrals. Enroll for services on website.
CONTACT: Anthony Pike, Field Director 212 982-9699 (New York) E-Mail: Anthony@iava.org
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LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH – VALOR Program 213 763-0302
SERVICES: Prevention & early intervention mental health services, and homeless veteran’s services.
CONTACT: Carl P. McKnight, PsyD E-Mail: CMcKnight@dmh.lacounty.gov
LOS ANGELES HOMELESS SERVICES AUTHORITY 213 683-3333
Los Angeles, CA 90017
Website: http://www.lahsa.org/veterans.resources.asp
811 Wilshire Blvd., 6th Floor
LOS ANGELES VETERANS COLLABORATIVE (LAVC)
Website: http://cir.usc.edu/community-engagement/la-vet-collaborative / cir.usc.edu
SERVICES: Networking, outreach and advocacy with military connected community partners. Monthly meetings.
CONTACT: Nathan Graeser, MDiv, MSW Community Liaison/Analyst 213 821-3616 E-Mail: graeser@usc.edu
MILITARY CHILDREN’S COLLABORATIVE GROUP 714 536-6184; 714 815-9097
Website: www.militarychildrenscollaborativegroup.com
SERVICES: A network of individuals, community providers and military personnel in Southern California who are
committed to identifying and supporting the needs of military connected children and families.
CONTACT: Debbie Nichols, Founder E-Mail: Debbie@militarychildrenscollaborativegroup.com
MILITARY.COM Spouse
Website: www.military.com /
http://www.military.com/spouse/military-life/military-resources/family-support-services.html
SERVICES: Online links to resources for service members and military families.
MILITARY CONNECTION.COM 800 817-3777 Toll Free
Website: www.militaryconnection.com
SERVICES: Monthly newsletter sharing general resources and information for military families.
CONTACT: Debbie Gregory E-Mail: Debbie@newsletter.militaryconnection.com
MILITARY ONE CLICK or MILITARY1CLICK
Website: www.militaryoneclick.com / www.military1click.com
SERVICES: Extensive list of resources for service members and their families.
MILITARY WOMEN IN NEED 310 733-2450 Office 2355 Westwood Blvd., Ste. 350 Los Angeles, CA 90064
Website: www.militarywomeninneed.org
SERVICES: Housing, emergency assistance, resources and referrals for women veterans, survivors and their children.
CONTACT: Ranlyn Tilley Hill, JD Executive Director, ext. 104 E-Mail: rhill@militarywomeninneed.org
Lisa Cash, LMFT Director of Programs, ext. 108 E-Mail: lcash@militarywomeninneed.org
MYARMYONESOURCE.COM
Website: www.myarmyonesource.com
SERVICES: Newsletter with resources for Army (Active, Reserve, Guard & Family Readiness)
NATIONAL MILITARY FAMILY ASSOCIATION
Website: http://www.militaryfamily.org
SERVICES: Resources and information for the military spouse, partner and the parents of service members and veterans.
NATIONAL RESOURCE DIRECTORY
Website: www.nrd.gov
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http://www.nationalresourcedirectory.org
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https://www.nrd.gov/family_and_caregiver_support/states_and_territories/california
Connecting Wounded Warriors, Service Members, Veterans & Their Families to Those Who Support Them
Subscribe for updates to this electronic newsletter which offers extensive resources and family support.
NATIONAL VETERANS FOUNDATION 310 642-0255 Office; 888 777-4443 Lifeline for Vets 24/7/365
Website: http://www.nvf.org
SERVICES: Information and referrals for resources, crisis management, outreach for military veterans and their families.
CONTACT: Floyd “Shad” Meshad, LCSW, CTS, TFTdx – President & Founder E-Mail: Shad@nvf.org
Kristine Hesse, Director, Women Veterans Outreach 310 413-7508 Cell E-Mail: Kristine@nvf.org
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